University of Mississippi Academic Calendar 2026-2027
Oxford, Mississippi
Public | Semester System | ~24000 Students
Looking for important University of Mississippi academic calendar dates? Below you'll find registration periods, semester information, finals, commencement, and other resources.
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School Facts Card
School's Name
University of Mississippi
School's City
Oxford
School's State
Mississippi
School Semester System
Semester
School's Enrollment
24000
School's Type
Public
Important Academic Dates
Fall Semester
Fall Semester Begins
August 23, 2026
Fall Add/Drop Deadline
September 3, 2026
Fall Withdrawal Deadline
Fall Finals Week Start Date
December 6, 2026
Fall Finals Week End Date
December 10, 2026
Spring Semester
Spring Semester Begins
January 18, 2027
Spring Add/Drop Deadline
January 31, 2027
Spring Break Start Date
March 5, 2027
Spring Break End Date
March 13, 2027
Spring Withdrawal Deadline
Spring Finals Week Start Date
May 2, 2027
Spring Finals Week End Date
May 6, 2027
Other Important Dates
Commencement Date
University of Mississippi
Summer Semester Begins
Oxford
University Overview
The University of Mississippi, commonly known as Ole Miss, is a public research university in Oxford, Mississippi. The university follows a semester system, with Fall and Spring semesters spanning 16 weeks each, along with Winter, May, Summer, and August intersessions.
Semester Overview
Fall Semester
The Fall 2026 semester begins August 24, 2026. Students can add courses through September 4, while the deadline for course withdrawals is October 12. Thanksgiving holidays run November 21-29, classes resume November 30, and classes end December 4. Final examinations are scheduled for December 7-11.
Spring Semester
The Spring 2027 semester begins January 19, 2027. Students can add courses through February 1, and Spring Break runs March 6-14. The course withdrawal deadline is March 15, classes end April 30, and final examinations are scheduled for May 3-7. Commencement Convocation is May 8.
The University of Mississippi does not have a traditional Winter semester. Instead, it offers a Winter Intersession. The Winter 2027 session begins January 4 and ends January 15, with final examinations on January 16.
Summer Semester
Ole Miss offers a full Summer term along with First Summer, Second Summer, May Intersession, and August Intersession sessions. The full Summer 2027 term begins May 24, while the First Summer Term also begins May 24 and the Second Summer Term begins June 24.
Registration Overview
Registration at the University of Mississippi occurs in phases, with priority registration followed by Phase 1, Phase 2, and Phase 3 registration. For Fall 2026, priority registration runs April 13-27 and Phase 1 registration runs through July 31. For Spring 2027, priority registration runs October 26-November 9.
Finals Overview
Fall 2026 final examinations are scheduled for December 7-11. Spring 2027 final examinations are scheduled for May 3-7. Individual First and Second Term courses have separate examination periods.
Graduation Overview
The Spring 2027 Commencement Convocation is scheduled for May 8, although individual school and program ceremonies may take place on May 8 or the surrounding days.
What Actually Works
Add every important academic deadline to one calendar
Review every course syllabus during the first week
Meet with your academic advisor before registration
Register as soon as your enrollment window opens
Track shorter terms separately
Pay attention to course-specific withdrawal deadlines
Begin preparing for final exams before finals week
Check the official academic calendar regularly for updates
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I find the official University of Mississippi academic calendar?
Louisiana State University's Office of the University Registrar publishes the official academic calendars with semester dates, registration deadlines, course-change deadlines, examinations, breaks, and commencement information. LSU also provides separate calendars for accelerated sessions and LSU Online.
Does the University of Mississippi use semesters or quarters?
The University of Mississippi uses a semester-based academic calendar. Fall and Spring semesters span 16 weeks, with additional Winter, May, Summer, and August intersessions.
Does the University of Mississippi offer Summer courses?
Yes. Ole Miss offers a full Summer term along with First Summer and Second Summer terms. It also offers May and August intersessions.
Yes. Ole Miss offers a full Summer term along with First Summer and Second Summer terms. It also offers May and August intersessions.
The University of Mississippi's Spring 2027 Break runs from March 6 through March 14, with classes resuming after the break.
Final Thoughts
The University of Mississippi academic calendar is more than a schedule of important dates. It helps students coordinate coursework, registration, shorter academic sessions, internships, employment, and graduation throughout the academic year. Reviewing it regularly can help you stay organized and avoid missing important academic deadlines.
Important Note
This page is intended for informational and planning purposes only. Academic calendars may vary by academic program, degree level, and course format. Always confirm registration dates, add/drop deadlines, withdrawal deadlines, examination schedules, and commencement information using University of Mississippi's official academic calendar before making academic decisions.
